MEA Gets Rs 22,118 Crore in Union Budget 2026

The Ministry of External Affairs receives a substantial allocation of Rs 22,118 crore in the Union Budget 2026, aimed at strengthening India's global diplomatic presence and strategic initiatives.

Budget 2026-27 Cuts TCS on Overseas Tours to 2%

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2026-27 with major TCS reduction on overseas tour packages from 5-20% to flat 2%, making international travel more affordable for Indians.

Metro vs Bus Stops: Why Indians Queue Differently

Explore why Indians form orderly queues at metro stations but turn chaotic at bus stops. Discover how system design, clear rules, and trust influence public behavior in crowded Indian cities.

BRO Starts Snow Clearance on Pahalgam-Chandanwari Axis

The Border Roads Organisation has launched snow clearance operations on the Pahalgam-Chandanwari axis in Jammu and Kashmir to ensure uninterrupted movement of security forces and essential supplies during winter.

Jaishankar Congratulates Sitharaman on Union Budget

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar praised Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for the Union Budget 2024-25, emphasizing its role in boosting India's global standing and economic diplomacy.

Budget 2026: Space Sector Gets 2% Hike

India's space sector receives a modest 2% budget increase for 2026, sparking discussions on funding priorities for ambitious missions like Gaganyaan and lunar exploration.

Bahrain Tests Emergency Alert System Nationwide

Bahrain conducted a nationwide test of its Emergency Alert System on Saturday night, sending alerts to all mobile devices to strengthen public safety preparedness and evaluate system effectiveness.

Budget 2026: Rs 6,000 Crore for Census 2027

The Union Budget 2026 allocates Rs 6,000 crore for Census 2027, scheduled with reference dates of October 1, 2026, for snow-bound areas and March 1, 2027, for the rest of India.

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